Zeiss's compact portrait prime for Sony FE — the Loxia 85mm f/2.4 with Sonnar rendering.
The Zeiss Loxia 85mm f/2.4 Sonnar T* is a compact manual focus portrait prime for Sony FE mount. Part of Zeiss's Loxia series designed specifically for Sony mirrorless, it provides the classic 85mm portrait perspective with Zeiss's celebrated Sonnar optical design. The Loxia series features de-click aperture rings and full electronic communication with Sony bodies.
Optical performance is excellent. The Sonnar design produces images with outstanding sharpness and the smooth, three-dimensional rendering the Sonnar formula is known for. The T* coating provides exceptional contrast. The f/2.4 aperture provides adequate depth of field separation for portraiture while keeping the lens compact. Colour rendering is precise and neutral.
Sony FE mount with full electronic communication including EXIF, aperture control, and focus magnification. Filter thread is 52mm — very compact for an 85mm. Weight is approximately 594 grams. Build quality is outstanding with metal construction. The de-click aperture ring enables smooth iris transitions for video. Manual focus with a precise helicoid.
Available on the used market at moderate prices. Check smooth focus ring and clean optics. An excellent compact portrait prime with Zeiss quality. The Loxia series electronic integration makes manual focus practical on Sony mirrorless. The Sonnar rendering has a distinctive quality that AF alternatives from Sony and Sigma do not replicate.